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Family Day at American Museum of Ceramic Art in Pomona
SATURDAY, JULY 31: Enjoy gallery tours, hands-on activities, & book readings. Using air-dried clay, participants will have the chance to make their own artwork. When the clay dries you can paint it with acrylic or tempera paint at home!
Wizard Festival at Scholars Collective in Long Beach
SATURDAY, JULY 31: Join Scholars Collective for this free community event. Wizards will create magic potions (using science), make their own wizard wand, play trivia games, and more. Coffee, refreshments, and 1 hour of child care available for parents.
Movie Night Under the Stars at Lakewood Center
JULY 31 & AUGUST 14: Bring the entire family and enjoy an evening of FREE family fun and movie entertainment under the stars at Lakewood Center Mall. July 31: Cool Runnings, August 14: Raya and The Last Dragon
Hug & Groom at Huntington Central Park Equestrian Center
SUNDAY, AUGUST 1: Join Free Rein Foundation and tour into the pasture to meet, hug, and groom rescued horses. Volunteers will guide you through introductions. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Broadway Sidekicks & Villains at Rose Center Theater
AUGUST 2-3: Musical Theatre Academy of Orange County presents this Broadway style revue show with a talented cast of 9 to 16 year old students. Enjoy songs sung by broadway's best sidekicks and villains.
Weekly Junior Ranger Program at Crystal Cove State Park in Laguna Beach
TUESDAYS, AUGUST 3-31: Join a Park Ranger for a fun introduction to the ecology of Crystal Cove State Park at their weekly Junior Ranger program. This children’s nature program is a favorite in State Parks and allows visitors ages 7-12 to earn a badge.
Storytime in the Native Garden at Rancho Los Cerritos
TUESDAYS THROUGH SEPTEMBER: Enjoy the best young children’s books from diverse authors read to you in the California Native Garden. They will read stories and sing songs for your family every Tuesday morning at 10 a.m. Free!
National Night Out in Hawaiian Gardens
TUESDAY, AUGUST 3: Meet Law Enforcement officers, First Responders, and Public Safety Staff. There will be food, games, activities, and more.
Family Nature Hike at Crystal Cove State Park in Laguna Beach
WEDNESDAYS, AUGUST 4-25: Join a park naturalist on a one mile Family Nature Hike at Crystal Cove State Park to learn about the plants and animals living in the park.
Chuck Jones: Season of Creativity – Community Art Events at Orange County Great Park in Irvine
NOW - SEPTEMBER 12: Enjoy free family-friendly community art events. No registration is needed, and all ages are welcome. Drop-in activities are available while supplies last. Visit the Great Park Gallery to see artwork from Chuck Jones and sign up for recreational classes.
Extended Hours at the Natural History Museum in Los Angeles
FRIDAY, AUGUST 6
: Extended hours features a live DJ in the Nature Gardens, Do It Yourself Activity for the family, and food and drinks for purchase. The entire Museum will remain open, including the Nature Lab, Dinosaur Hall, the iconic diorama halls, and more.
Family Fun Morning at Crystal Cove State Park in Laguna Beach
FRIDAYS, AGUUST 6-27: Head out on the Environmental Study Loop Trail or into Moro Canyon with self-guided activities on this Family Fun Morning. Look for animal evidence, smell local plants, and listen for bird songs while learning about the natural resources in the park.
‘Peter Pan’ presented by The Summer Players of SCR Theatre Conservatory
AUGUST 7-8 and 14-15: The beloved tale of the boy who refuses to grow up gets retold in an inventive performance that’s sure to make every imagination soar! Expect plenty of magic and pixie dust as Peter, Wendy, and the Lost Boys learn that no one can stay a child forever and that nothing compares to the love of a family.
Native American Friendship Day at The Children’s Museum at La Habra
SATURDAY, AUGUST 7: Listen to Native American tales told by Master Storyteller Jacque Nunez, a family Friendship Dance, Native crafts, and a visit through the latest exhibit, American Native: First nations Tales!
Children’s Art Day at Muzeo in Anaheim
SATURDAY, AUGUST 7: Enjoy booths, art projects, live performances, face painting, and free admission to Muzeo. Be sure to stop by the Anaheim Fire Department booth to decorate a free bicycle helmet to take home!
The Lucky Band Performs at Segerstrom Center for the Arts
AUGUST 7: The Lucky Band is bringing their upbeat, family-friendly music to the Julianne and George Argyros Plaza! s The New York Times stated, this husband-and-wife duo are “purveyors of indie pop-rock for families” and are sure to bring their clever lyrics and catchy beats to the Center’s audience.
Finding Nemo Drive-In Move at Battleship IOWA in San Pedro
SATURDAY, AUGUST 7: Take a trip down to the Battleship IOWA to watch Finding Nemo in the comfort of your own car with your family!
Waa’aka’: The Bird Who Fell in Love with the Sun at Rancho Los Alamitos
Free and In-person at the Rancho! Join Rancho Los Alamitos for a free family program, a reading of Waa'aka': The Bird Who Fell in Love with the Sun by author Cindi Alvitre. Waa'aka' is a beautiful children's book telling the Tongva creation story of Waa'aka', a gorgeous bird who falls in love with Tamet, the... View Article
Bouncing Bats Nighttime Activity at Irvine Regional Park
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 11: After the sun has set, the night sky fills with small but mighty flying bats. Enjoy an evening discovering how important bats are to our ecosystems. Groups will walk around the lake to search for these nighttime flyers as they race around catching their dinner.
Public Ticket Nights at Mount Wilson Observatory
Public Ticket Nights allow individuals (12+), rather than just groups, to experience the thrill of viewing celestial objects through large, historic telescopes, the 60 and 100 inch telescope––the two largest in the world dedicated to public viewing.
Movie Nights at The Huntington – Moana, A Bug’s Life & Coco
AUGUST 13, SEPTEMBER 10 & OCTOBER 8: Experience the magic of the movies at The Huntington with three outdoor movie nights! Each family-friendly event includes live musical entertainment and a hands-on children’s activity.
Annual Kid’s Fishing Derby in Seal Beach
AUGUST 14: Children (up to 15) can catch, weigh, and release the fish of the Pacific. Bring your own rod or borrow one provided on site. Trophies and prizes to be awarded for largest fish caught. Bait provided.
Summer Bird Walk at Crystal Cove State Park in Laguna Beach
SATURDAY, AUGUST 14: Join a Crystal Cove State Park bird expert on a guided Summer Bird Walk on both the inland and coastal areas of the park. Look for local species and summer migrants on this lovely early morning meander.
Monarch Butterfly Day at Mile Square Regional Park in Fountain Valley
SATURDAY, AUGUST 14: Learn all about monarch butterflies and get an up-close look at these magnificent creatures. Kids can plant their own butterfly garden and enjoy crafts, face painting, and a balloon artist.
August Kids Zone at Lakewood Center
AUGUST 14: Kids can color a FREE Back to School Pencil Pouch, receive a collector’s pin, and a special lanyard to hold their Kids Zone pin. School supplies; red marker, yellow marker, pencil pouch included.
KIDS Summer FAVS Workshop at Lil Chef
AUGUST 14: This is a baking and savory workshop for those (ages 5 and up) who love Sweet Hawaiian Sliders, Three Cheese Mac N Cheese & Snicker Doodle Pizookies!
Summer Movie at Splash! Water Park in La Mirada
SATURDAY, AUGUST 14: Enjoy a fun and relaxing swim-in movie screening of Trolls World Tour at Splash!
Family Hike at Black Star Canyon in Silverado
SUNDAY, AUGUST 15: Hike along a flat trail and cross a creek and watch for red-tailed hawks and mule deer. The hike will average 3-4 miles round trip at an easy pace with a medium level of interpretation.
Coastal Geology Tour at Crystal Cove State Park in Laguna Beach
SUNDAY, AUGUST 15: Crystal Cove State Park is hosting a Coastal Geology Tour where a geologist will crack the mystery about those hamburger bun shaped rocks dotting the shoreline and explain how the sea level used to be as high as the cliffs.
Irvine Summer Art Market
SUNDAY, AUGUST 15: Enjoy the park while browsing unique locally made wares and viewing live art demonstrations.
Bats: Heroes of the Night Activity at Limestone Canyon Nature Preserve in Silverado
SUNDAY, AUGUST 15: As the day starts to settle into the night, bats awaken, stir and streak into the evening sky. Come hear fascinating tales and head out towards a popular roosting location to observe bats in flight.
Movie in the Park “Frozen II” – City of Newport Beach
FRIDAY, AUGUST 20: Enjoy a showing of Frozen II at Bonita Canyon Park in Newport Beach
Barbie Truck Malibu Tour at Irvine Spectrum Center
SATURDAY, AUGUST 21: Barbie and Malibu Barbie fans of all ages, this one’s for you: The Barbie Pop-Up Truck is cruising back with a whole new look and 70’s beach vibes. The 2021 Barbie Malibu Tour is heading to OC with new exclusive retro-inspired merchandise as part of its U.S. tour to celebrate the 50th Anniversary and iconic heritage of the original California girl, Malibu Barbie.
Activate Artesia Blvd. at The Uptown Jazz Festival in Long Beach
SATURDAY, AUGUST 21: Enjoy live music, pop-ups from local businesses, food trucks, a Kids’ Zone, Health Fair, and more! Re-imagine Artesia Boulevard and test out proposed street improvements that make it safer and more enjoyable to walk, bike, and roll along Artesia.
Adventures to Dreams Enrichment Saturday STEM Camp
Saturday STEM Camp on August 21 for ages 5-14. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Free to the first 35 Adventure Kids to register.
Open Cockpit Day at Lyon Air Museum in Santa Ana
SATURDAY, AUGUST 21: Climb onboard the C-47 "Willa Dean" for an educational cockpit tour with docents. First tour will begin at 10am and run until the end of day.
Pacific Symphony Performs Toy Story in Concert
AUGUST 21: Live music is back in Orange County! Pacific Symphony returns to Pacific Amphitheatre at the OC Fair & Event Center in Costa Mesa for the West Coast premiere of Disney and Pixar’s “Toy Story” in Concert—Live with Orchestra.
Family Hike at Whiting Ranch Wilderness Park in Foothill Ranch
SUNDAY, AUGUST 22: Hike along the Borrego Canyon trail and the Red Rock Canyon trail to the destination for approximately 2 miles (4 miles in total). Total climbing elevation is around 500 feet.
Splash-In Movie & Recreation Swim in Irvine
TUESDAY, AUGUST 24: Grab your swimsuit, floatie, family, and come on down to the pool for a movie. Swim and float while Incredibles 2 plays on the big screen. Lifeguards will be on duty.
National Night Out in Laguna Hills
THURSDAY, AUGUST 26: Celebrate National Night Out with an evening filled with free food, activities, and raffles.
Sunflower Picking at Hana Field in Costa Mesa
AUGUST 28-29 & SEPTEMBER 4-5: Pick sunflowers at Hana Field, Orange County's premier u-pick sunflower and flower fields. The fields will be open for only two weekends. Registration required.
Scholars Collective Grand Opening in Long Beach
SATURDAY, AUGUST 28: Enjoy food, fun and festivities at the grand opening of Scholars Collective in Long Beach. Ribbon cutting at 2pm, youth art activities, painting for gaming enthusiasts, and youth gaming tournament with CSUDH Esports Team playing Super Smash Bros, Madden 22 and more!
Studio 50 Dance Party at Great Park in Irvine
SATURDAY, AUGUST 28: Celebrate the City's 50th anniversary! Put on your best disco-era attire and come groove to the sounds of the 70s. Enjoy food trucks or pack a picnic. Free and open to all ages.
Back to School Fair at Pacific City in Huntington Beach
TUESDAY, AUGUST 31: Enjoy a magic show (1-2pm), cotton candy, crafts, photo area, and balloon twister on Level 1 near Tommy Bahamas and Urban Outfitters. Bring in school supplies and/or a backpack to donate.
Flying Demo at Planes of Fame Air Museum in Chino
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 4: See the museum's Curtiss p-40N "Warhawk" take to the skies! Enjoy Q&A with the pilot, refreshments, living history re-enactors, and other fun activities.
Whale & Wildlife “Twalk” at Crystal Cove State Park in Laguna Beach
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 4: Look for resident dolphins, migrating gray whales, and birds passing by the coastline. Join a park naturalist and learn fun facts while walking along the bluff trail and scanning the ocean at each overlook.
Easy Mornings at Grand Park in LA
SATURDAYS, SEPTEMBER 4-25: Grand Park’s Easy Mornings offers a calm start to the weekend with relaxing and family-friendly activities in Grand Park on Saturday mornings this September. Each week will feature a mixture of different activities, including arts-based workshops, wellness and dance workshops, public art and live DJ entertainment.
Ocean Institute Annual Maritime Festival
SEPTEMBER 10-12: Three-day event includes cannon battles, Mermaid Breakfast, ship tours, live music, food trucks, educational demonstrations Mermaid Stories and Swim Shows, vendor booths and lots more.
Marvel Studios’ Black Panther in Concert at Hollywood Bowl
FRIDAY - SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 10-11: Relive the excitement of T’Challa becoming king and battling Killmonger all while the LA Phil performs Ludwig Göransson’s Oscar®-winning score live to picture.
Biodiversity Week at Crystal Cove State Park
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 10: Celebrate Biodiversity Week at Crystal Cove State Park and join park naturalists for a 3-mile guided hike to learn about some of the animals and plants in this ecological hotspot.
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